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Dr. Robert Patterson, DO

Las Cruces, NM

36 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Patterson, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in Las Cruces, NM?

    Dr. Robert Patterson, DO is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), who primarily practices in Las Cruces, NM. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Patterson graduated from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Calgary Fac Med Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Patterson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Patterson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Patterson’s office at (505) 556-0200.

    Where did Dr. Patterson go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Calgary Fac Med Hosp, General Surgery

    • Medical School: University Of Calgary- Fac Of Med- Calgary- Alb- Canada | Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine

    Is Dr. Patterson board certified as a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?

    Yes, Dr. Robert Patterson, DO is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Patterson speak?

    Dr. Patterson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Patterson typically treat?

    As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Patterson diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Patterson. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    Also known as:

    • Other Mental Health Screening
    • Mental Health Screening
    • Behavioral Disorder Screening
    • Psychological Evaluation
    • Mental Wellness Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1339: Encounter for screening examination for other mental health and behavioral disorders

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Allergy
    • Nasal allergies
    • Allergy rhinitis
    • Chronic runny nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Gastroenteritis
    • Infectious Disease
    • Stomach flu
    • Infectious diarrhea
    • Bowel infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A09: Infectious gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    What procedures does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Patterson typically perform?

    As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), procedures performed by Dr. Robert Patterson may include:

    Please contact Dr. Patterson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Patterson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Patterson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 556-0200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Patterson accept in Las Cruces, NM?

    Dr. Patterson in Las Cruces, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Presbyterian Healthcare Services

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Patterson's office located?

    Dr. Robert Patterson's Primary Practice

    3961 E Lohman Ave Ste 33

    Las Cruces, NM 88011

    (505) 556-0200

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    What is Dr. Patterson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Patterson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437175171.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Patterson?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Patterson

    What is Dr. Robert Patterson's specialty?

    Dr. Patterson is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) near Las Cruces, NM.

    What does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) do?

    A physician specializing in general practice is focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a wide range of illnesses and conditions.

    Is this Dr. Robert Patterson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Patterson is affiliated with Memorial Medical Center - Las Cruces, Nm which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    When to see a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner). Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Robert Patterson accepting new patients in Las Cruces, NM?

    Yes, Dr. Robert Patterson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Robert Patterson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Patterson's office at (505) 556-0200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Robert Patterson?

    Please contact Dr. Patterson's office at (505) 556-0200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Patterson have?

    Dr. Robert Patterson is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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